High-speed rail step forward and Masters Games return

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1. He went to investigate a noise outside his home, then he got shot

   A man who went to investigate a noise outside his home at Waratah West was shot in the neck, and the accused gunman has faced the first day of his trial.

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2. Newcastle to Sydney high-speed rail takes another step forward

   Newcastle to Sydney high-speed rail has taken another step forward, with companies shortlisted to design major tunnelling works along the 191-kilometre route.

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3. Masters Games heading back to Newcastle after 25 years

   The 21st Australian Masters Games will return to Newcastle after 25 years, hosted across the city and the Central Coast from 13-20 November 2027.

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4. Record eight goals: The story behind the NPL's newest scoring sensation

   A Magic striker needing four goals to win the Golden Boot scored eight, setting a new NPL record in a remarkable scoring display.

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5. How data centres fit into the Hunter's emerging clean energy economy

   Data centres are set to accelerate the roll-out of clean energy projects and shape the Hunter and New England's emerging clean energy economy.

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